Time is running out for the Wallabies to announce themselves as a World Cup heavyweight, with the showcase’s schedule locked in.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/how-queenslanders-can-experience-once-in-a-generation-opportunity-20260203-p5nz4t.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union

The senior guard averaged 10.1 steals per game, including a school-record 13 last Wednesday, to go with 19.5 points, 1.5 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game in a pair of wins for the Class 3A fifth-ranked Lady Bears.

https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/sports/basketball/girls-player-of-the-week-bristol-kersh-gets-defensive-yet-stays-on-the-attack-for-cherokee-bluff/

#gainesvilletimes

Intel has announced its new Xeon 600 'Granite Rapids' workstation CPUs: flagship Xeon 698X has 86 cores, 172 threads for $7699, ready to be overclocked.Continue reading at TweakTown

https://www.tweaktown.com/news/110003/intel-xeon-600-granite-rapids-ws-workstation-cpu-details-698x-has-86c-172t-for-7699/index.html

#tweaktown

Mexico is the single-largest supplier of oil to Cuba, which regularly suffers from energy shortages and mass blackouts

https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/trump-says-mexico-will-stop-sending-oil-to-cuba/article70585873.ece

There’s never been a time when the NBA’s All-Star selections weren’t heavily debated. It is part of what makes the annual tradition so cherished during the season. However, this year’s argument felt less about fan bias or the market odds and more about the lack of logic, which is what caught Draymond Green’s attention. The […]The post “Doesn’t Make Sense”: Draymond Green Raises Questions Against Adam Silver’s Decision After Notable All-Star Snubs appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-doesn-t-make-sense-draymond-green-raises-questions-against-adam-silver-s-decision-after-notable-all-star-snubs/

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart received a notable development regarding sophomores Dontrell Glover and Bo Walker, as the legal charges involving the two athletes appear to be resolved. While the pair is now clear of major trouble, the offseason has become slightly complicated following their recent encounter with law enforcement. Glover and Walker appeared in […]The post Kirby Smart Receives Major Update on Two Georgia Athletes Facing Legal Charges appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-kirby-smart-receives-major-update-on-two-georgia-athletes-facing-legal-charges-dontrell-glover-bo-walker/

Italy is determined not to repeat the mistakes of the past. With the Winter Olympics opening ceremony just four days away, athletes have already begun arriving in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. But the biggest worry on many minds is how the Olympic Village food compares this time, after the widespread criticism during the 2024 Paris […]The post American Figure Skater Confirms Milan Olympics Village Scenario After Paris Controversy appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/olympics-skating-news-american-figure-skater-confirms-milan-olympics-village-scenario-after-paris-controversy/

The Department of Justice has released more than 3 million documents and photos related to Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s who shows up from Big Tech the most often—and what the files reveal.

https://www.wired.com/story/epstein-files-tech-elites-gates-thiel-musk/

#Wired

Indivisible Trinidad, "a small but feisty core group of freedom-loving" individuals, gather each Saturday at noon in front of Barbara Snell’s house on Main Street. This Saturday, some 35 protesters joined Indivisible Trinidad with signs such as “Impeach Trump,” “ICE Kills,” “Hate Will Not Make Us Great” and “Remember Renee,” referring to Renee Good, who was shot and killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis three weeks ago.

https://www.times-standard.com/2026/02/02/photo-trinidad-protests-draw-dozens-to-main-street/

#times-standard

Super Bowl is the most celebrated football game of the year — but for some viewers, the Big Game is just background noise to the main event: the snacks.

https://nypost.com/2026/02/02/lifestyle/eli-manning-kings-hawaiian-unveil-super-bowl-swag-for-fans-who-dont-care-about-sports/

#Post

Hearts have confirmed that the teenage striker has completed a deadline day transfer to the English Premier League.

https://www.scotsman.com/sport/football/hearts/latest-hearts-news/scotland-internationalist-completes-jaw-dropping-epl-move-as-hearts-release-91-word-statement-5500308

#thescotsman

Play $5 with Underdog and get $75 in bonus entries for Wolves vs. Grizzlies.

https://nypost.com/2026/02/02/betting/underdog-promo-code-nypost-play-5-get-75-in-fantasy-bonus-entries-for-timberwolves-vs-grizzlies/

#Post

The adult film industry is not as dark as you may think, at least according to a former amateur star.

https://www.queerty.com/from-gay-for-pay-performers-to-hamming-it-up-former-adult-film-star-spills-the-truth-smashes-the-biggest-myths-20260202/

#queerty

Get into the spirit this Super Bowl Sunday with these Bad Bunny-themed cocktails, inspired by the Puerto Rican singer’s latest album and sold-out world tour.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/carleyrojasavila/2026/02/02/these-bad-bunny-inspired-cocktails-are-perfect-for-your-super-bowl-party/

#Forbes

Australian stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi arrived in Paris for a special screening of their forthcoming Wuthering Heights film - see the photos.

https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/celebrity-style/881518/margot-robbie-jacob-elordi-wuthering-heights-premiere-paris/

#hellomagazine

A young Wolves fan who was left in tears after his chicken nuggets were stolen during a match has become an unlikely viral star — with the club stepping in to make things right.

https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/football/wolverhampton-wanderers-fc/2026/02/02/sweet-surprise-young-wolves-fan-who-went-viral-after-being-filmed-in-tears-when-his-chicken-nuggets-were-stolen-at-match

A road traffic collision in Wolverhampton city centre has caused a number of tram delays.

https://www.expressandstar.com/breakingnews/2026/02/02/road-traffic-collision-causes-tram-delays-in-wolverhampton-city-centre

Bulletin world briefing: EU and Iran tensions rise and China attacks Dalai Lama’s Grammy win

https://www.independent.co.uk/bulletin/news/bulletin-world-briefing-monday-2-february-2026-b2912448.html

#Independent

Watch The Who's Pete Townshend, John Mellencamp, and other stars performing classic songs at a recent pre-Grammy Awards party.The post Watch Pete Townshend, John Mellencamp & Other Stars Perform Classic Songs at a Recent Pre-Grammy Awards Party appeared first on American Songwriter.

https://americansongwriter.com/watch-pete-townshend-john-mellencamp-other-stars-perform-classic-songs-at-a-recent-pre-grammy-awards-party/

#americansongwriter

St. John Bosco, La Mirada and Millikan lead area teams in the Press-Telegram Top 10 boys basketball rankings going into the last week of regular season games.

https://www.presstelegram.com/2026/02/02/press-telegram-boys-basketball-top-10-st-john-bosco-stays-at-no-1/

#presstelegram

Residents told how police officers had discovered an 'item of concern' on the residential street before evacuating multiple homes as a 'bomb squad' was scrambled to the scene

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-bomb-squad-called-anfield-36657728

#Mirror

This article looks at the 10-year Treasury yield’s historical trends since 1962, exploring its relationship with key economic indicators like the Fed Funds Rate (FFR), inflation, and the S&P 500. Fighting Inflation vs. Stimulating Recovery The 10-year Treasury yield has experienced dramatic fluctuations, ranging from a peak of 15.68% in October 1981, during the height [...]The post 10-Year Treasury Yield Long-Term Perspective: January 2026 appeared first on ETF Trends.

https://www.etftrends.com/fixed-income-content-hub/10-year-treasury-yield-long-term-perspective-january-2026/

#etftrends

A South Carolina man stopped at a convenience store to satisfy his craving for a bag of pretzels and ended up winning a $200,000 lottery prize.

https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2026/02/02/lotto-South-Carolina-Education-Lottery-pretzels/1891770053211/

#upiasia

The Dance Department is preparing to celebrate the centennial of UW–Madison's (and the nation's) first dance major. Look back at some of the milestones that have shaped the program.

https://education.wisc.edu/news/dancing-for-over-a-century/

#news

'Enjoyable' isn't usually the word you would use when referring to a trip to the tip; however, for the new Aldridge super-tip, there's no better word.

https://www.expressandstar.com/news/environment/2026/02/02/we-visited-the-new-32-million-aldridge-super-tip-on-its-first-day-of-opening-to-the-public-and-what-we-saw-left-us-in-awe

The Supreme Court is currently considering whether to strike down Trump’s use of emergency powers to levy import taxes by fiat

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-tariffs-inflation-affordability-problems-b2912379.html

#Independent

Dexter Henry provides guidance on how cord cutters, people looking for broadcasts in other languages, or those who looking for livelier atmospheres can check out Super Bowl LX on Sunday, February 8th.

https://nypost.com/video/how-to-stream-super-bowl-lx-between-seahawks-patriots/

#Post

Club Applebee’s rewards members will be selected at random to get the chance to purchase a Date Night Pass.

https://nypost.com/2026/02/02/lifestyle/applebees-100-date-night-pass-could-get-you-600-of-food/

#Post

The displays connect archaeological findings to the continuity of Jewish governance and democratic traditions, organizers said.

https://nypost.com/2026/02/02/world-news/ancient-vessel-from-jewish-galilee-displayed-at-the-knesset/

#Post

Governor Gavin Newsom credits Anthony Robbins as a pivotal influence in his life, according to his upcoming memoir set to hit stands at the end of February.

https://nypost.com/2026/02/02/us-news/gavin-newsom-reveals-hes-a-tony-robbins-superfan/

Jeff Hafley succeeded Joe Barry as the defensive coordinator of the Packers and the new Dolphins head coach will be keeping Barry on his first staff in Miami.

https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/dolphins-will-retain-lb-coach-joe-barry-dl-coach-austin-clark

#profootballtalk

Young people face increasing mental health challenges — here’s how parents and schools can work together to make a difference.

https://spectator.sme.sk/opinion/c/supporting-children-s-mental-health-why-it-matters

#spectator

The bank has already submitted contenders for the MD post and is awaiting further word from RBI, Kamakodi said

https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/money-and-banking/city-union-bank-clocks-16-per-cent-rise-in-net-profit-in-q3fy26/article70583750.ece

VIRAL footage shows a man standing on top of a passenger plane and taunting airport workers on the ground. His antics forced travelers to be delayed more than two hours.

https://nypost.com/2026/02/02/world-news/idiot-climbs-onto-roof-of-passenger-plane-and-refuses-to-come-down-for-10-minutes/

#Post

‘Daisies’ singer performed at the Grammy Awards in nothing but shiny lavender shorts and sparkly socks

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/ustin-bieber-grammys-performance-win-boxers-b2912273.html

#independent

A Republican House proposal to eliminate homeowner property taxes will face stiff opposition if it makes it to the state Senate.

https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/news/politics/georgia-house-republican-property-tax-elimination-plan-to-face-opposition-from-senate-democrats/

#gainesvilletimes

The San Francisco 49ers managed to squeeze a lot out of a season that was constantly interrupted by injuries. But if there was one area that never really caught up, it was the wide receiver room. Brandon Aiyuk is gone, and both Kendrick Bourne and Skyy Moore are headed toward unrestricted free agency. Simply put, […]The post NFL Rumors: Brock Purdy Gets $17M Update on Offense as Brandon Aiyuk Cut Decision Confirmed appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-49ers-nfl-rumors-brock-purdy-gets-seventeen-million-usd-update-on-offense-as-brandon-aiyuk-cut-decision-confirmed/

The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. Monday. The siren test will be coordinated with a check of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System. During the scheduled monthly test, all outdoor sirens across the state will sound a one-minute steady attention alert […]

https://mauinow.com/2026/02/02/monthly-outdoor-warning-siren-test-set-for-monday/

#mauinow

Mushroom Bourguignon, Marinated Mushroom Salad and Marneau’s Mushroom Risotto are hearty dishes highlighting mushrooms' flavor and versatility.

https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/02/02/recipes-makes-these-3-delicious-dishes-with-fresh-mushrooms/

Premier League clubs are working hard to add to their squads on January transfer deadline day.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/sport/football/leeds-united/premier-league-transfer-deadline-day-deals-5499308

#garforthtoday

A man watches in disbelief as Austrian Airlines refunds him just $108 after a botched ticket change request. But the airline rebooks his wife's identical ticket without any problem.

https://www.siliconvalley.com/2026/02/02/my-ticket-change-request-is-lost-in-translation-can-i-get-my-4352-back-from-austrian-airlines/

#siliconvalley